About the course
A PhD is a doctoral degree based on a significant and original individual research project which culminates in an in-depth thesis (or alternative form of submission as below) which is relative to an area of staff expertise. You can complete your PhD on a full or part time basis, on campus or by distance (if the nature of the research allows). There are no classes to attend as the PhD is based on research. You can choose to follow a full- or part-time PhD. In general, a full-time programme takes three to four years, a part-time programme takes five to six years. Full-time students are expected to spend around 35 hours per week on self-study and part-time students 12 hours. There are various ways of achieving a PhD, depending on your research experience and / or publication history to date. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships
Start dates and prices
Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.
Duration: 3 Year(s)Fees: Not available
Intake |
Location |
Spring (January), 2021 |
Wales |
Spring (January), 2024 |
Wales |
Summer (April), 2024 |
Wales |
October, 2024 |
Wales |
Spring (January), 2025 |
Wales |
Summer (April), 2025 |
Wales |
October, 2025 |
Wales |
Spring (January), 2026 |
Wales |
Summer (April), 2026 |
Wales |
How to apply
Entry requirements for University of South Wales
Applicants will normally hold one of the following:
A UK 2:1 honours degree in a relevant subject (or equivalent)
A UK Masters qualification in a relevant subject (or equivalent)
Appropriate, relevant qualifications/experience regarded by the University as equivalent
Applicants from countries where English is not the first language are required to provide evidence of the required English Language proficiency e.g. IELTS or TOEFL certificates which must be uploaded as supporting documents.
You are proficient in English Language (a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required including a minimum of 5.5 in reading and writing).
English language requirements
6.5
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TOEFL Internet based overall score: 60.0
Application deadline:
This date isn’t available – speak to an IDP counsellor to get detailed information.
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World ranking
1001st / 1250
THE World ranking101st / 130
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